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Maintenance, Brakes – Polaris 2008 Victory Hammer User Manual

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MAINTENANCE

Brakes

Check Front Brake Lever Movement

Squeeze the front brake lever toward the handlebar and release it. It

should move freely and smoothly and should return to its rest position

quickly when released. You should feel a firm resistance in the lever

within the first 3/4-inch (19 mm) of lever travel.
If the brake lever travels too far before beginning to engage the brake,

see the VICTORY Service Manual, or contact an authorized VICTORY

dealer for service.

Lubricate Front Brake Lever

1. Remove right side mirror.
2. Remove brake lever pivot nut (10mm wrench or socket) and pin (4mm hexagonal wrench). Note plunger

direction of installation if removed. This is critical for proper brake function.

3. Remove any old grease and dirt from the brake lever and housing.
4. Lubricate the brake lever and lever pivot pin with VICTORY All Purpose Grease or equivalent.
5. Reinstall the brake lever and lever pivot pin.

Torque the pivot pin to 52 in-lbs (6 Nm).

6. Install the nut.

Torque to 52 in-lbs (6 Nm).

7. Check front brake lever movement (see above).
8. Install right side mirror and adjust.

3/4 inch

(19 mm)

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